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| Swedish Knits Classic & Modern Designs in the Scandinavian Tradition By Paula Hammerskog & Eva Wincent This book brings the long-standing Swedish knitting tradition up-to-date with pieces that are as hip as they are fun to make. Includes 200 color illustrations. 192 pages. FTR 122 $27.95 hardcover |
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Handknits Sue Flanders & Janine Kosel Thirty patterns for handknits from Vesterheim Museum - includes folk mittens, solcs, scarves, hats, wristers, handbags, knapsacks, and sweaters - all inspired by traditional knits housed in the museum. Color photos throughout. 144 pages. FTR 124 $30.00 hardcover |
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| Caricature Wood Carving with Goldmedalist Gerald Ekern Ekern, Gerald Gerald Ekern was awarded Gold Medal status for his figure carvings in the Scandinavian tradition in 1995, making him the tenth carver in the nation to receive this award. This book features a collection of his patterns, including photographic views, line drawings, a pattern, and descriptive dialogue to help you through the carving process. 106 pages. Spiral bound paperback. FTR 218 $21.95 |
Art & Technique of Scandinavian Style Woodcarving Refsal, Harley Harley Refsal--an internationally recognized carver who has been decorated by the King of Norway for his contributions to Norwegian culture--shows you how to create many of your own Scandiavian style, flat-plane carvings. With Refsal's step-by-step instructions you will learn to bring to life a traditional figure and a Dalecarlian horse. In addition, more than 40 other figure patterns--from a school teacher to a bird watcher--are included. Clear directions, front and side-view patterns, and detailed photographs will help you successfully carve a charming figure. Paperback. FTR 216 $17.95 |
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| Painted Rooms: Scandinavian Interiors by Sigmund Aarseth Aarseth, Gudmund Subtitle: Scandinavian Interiors by Sigmund Aarseth. This book presents an impressive variety of beautifully painted interiors by artist Sigmund Aarseth, from colorful traditional Norwegian farmhouses to exciting commercial interiors. It showcases the highlights of a career spanning almost 40 years, and gives insights into Aarseth's unique artistic vision. The broad range of styles and techniques featured in this book makes it a valuable resource. The book includes more than 200 color photographs. Paperback. FTR 117 $34.95 |
Design Basics for Telemark Rosemaling Vol. 2 Edwards, Diane This book explains how to paint on a variety of surfaces, including wood, tin, glass, ceramic, stoneware, and more. Paperback. FTR 114 $10.95 |
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| Norwegian Rosemaling for Young People Edwards, Diane One of Norway's premier rosemalers introduces this folk art to beginners, providing instruction on choosing colors and mastering various painting techniques. However, experienced rosemalers will also find plenty of stimulating design ideas as well. Imported from Norway. Text in English. Hardcover. FTR 109 $10.95 |
Rosemaling Boxes Edwards, Diane This new book includes twenty-two Scandinavian box designs ranging from quick and easy to more challenging, using boxes readily available in craft stores. Features color pictures of each box, and full size patterns. Paperback. FTR 112 $11.95 |
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| Traditional Scandinavian Knitting McGregor, Sheila An expert explains the origins, types, and techniques of this distinctive craft. Sheila McGregor offers an array of vibrant patterns for sweaters, gloves and mittens, stockings, and hats. 148 pages. Paperback. FTR 125 $14.95 |
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| Northern Knits Lucinda Guy Paperback FTR 126 $24.95 |
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